Free Online Course on Structural Materials at Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Details
Billions of tons of structural materials, such as steel, aluminum, and titanium are used every year. Learn where, why, and when they are used.
About this course
From skyscrapers to transportation infrastructure, structural materials dominate the human landscape. Learning the principles that govern their selection is essential for any aspiring or practicing engineer.
This engineering course will introduce you to the key principles of structural materials selection through a practical curriculum rooted in the real world. The principles taught are general enough to be applied across many domains. Key points are emphasized with interesting examples and anecdotes from industry and academia.
This course benefits aspiring engineers and students with no previous experience as well as the seasoned professional.
What you’ll learn
- Externalities Of Materials Selection
- Material Price, Cost and Abundance
- Properties, Limits and Ratio Analysis of Structural Materials
- How structured materials are manufactured and processed
Specifications
| Type of Opportunity | Exchange Programs |
|---|---|
| Deadline | Ongoing |
| Country | USA |
| Open to | All Nationalities |
| Organizer | MIT |